It is now believed that there are over 18,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) in and around the Khor Abeche area, including 5,000 and 3,000 reportedly displaced in Negaha and Shaeria respectively.

Approximately 14,000 people have been displaced in and around Shangil Tobaya. Peacekeepers estimate the number of IDPs around the team site there to be between three and four thousand.

All three team sites have been providing water and limited medical assistance to the IDPs and are requesting urgent humanitarian support.

The Mission continues to work with aid groups and government officials to try to secure safe access for aid workers. UNAMID peacekeepers have increased their presence on the ground to ensure the protection of these displaced persons.